University
The University of WaikatoLevel of Study
Bachelor's Degree
Take your communication expertise to the next level and sharpen your research skills with a one-year BCS Honours degree specialising in Public Relations, Marketing, or Management Communication.
Stand out in the job market with an Honours degree in communication.
An Honours degree is a mark of academic excellence that tells employers you have advanced knowledge, sharp analytical thinking, and strong research capabilities in your chosen field.
This one-year, 120-point programme cultivates a diverse skillset that is highly valued, giving you a competitive advantage in professional environments that need strategic thinkers who can tackle complex challenges.
You’ll learn how to communicate complex ideas with clarity, logic, and persuasion – supported by cutting-edge research, policy insights, and communication theory.
In the BCS(Hons), you'll specialise in one of the following subjects:
The programme includes a mix of taught subject papers (up to 90 points), and a research dissertation (at least 30 points) on a topic of your choice. You may include up to 30 points in elective paper/s from other subject/s to broaden your expertise.
The BCS(Hons) is ideal if you want to fast-track your career, deepen your specialist knowledge, or prepare for postgraduate research such as a master’s or PhD.
By the time you graduate, you’ll be well equipped to make a meaningful impact in business, government or community organisations.
You'll have the confidence and capability to analyse real-world issues and recommend evidence-based solutions, both locally and globally.
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